Ophthalmic Assistant - Certified

Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus

Certification Incentive Bonus

Continuing Education Program

Employer-sponsored Medical, Dental, V…

Job summary

Tennessee Retina seeks energetic and collaborative Ophthalmic Assistants to join our team at multiple locations. The role offers full-time and part-time opportunities and involves patient workups, obtaining histories, and performing diagnostic testing with OCT and Fundus imaging.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma (COA or higher preferred) and 1–2 years of Ophthalmic Technician experience, with strong communication and a proactive, patient-focused attitude.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• COA or higher preferred.
• 1-2 years ophthalmic technician experience.
• Knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms, and ocular medications.
• Positive, energetic, and professional demeanor.
• Effective verbal and written communication with patients and staff.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting paper and electronic medical charts.
• Meticulous attention to detail and high-level critical thinking.
• Proactive, initiative, and ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient workups, obtain histories, and perform diagnostic testing.
• Assist physicians and have the ability to scribe.
• Capture images for physicians on OCT and Fundus modalities.
• Travels to satellite locations.
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms.
• Maintain clean, stocked rooms and EOC guidelines.
• Provide general clinic support functions.
• Ability to perform well in a fast-paced, high-volume practice.
• Ongoing learning to advance to assist physicians and to scribe.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Medical history taking

Communication skills

Scribing

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

COA or higher preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERM software

Job description

• Location 100 Covey Drive,Suite 107,Franklin, TN, 37067,United States
• Other Compensation $2000 Sign on Bonus
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type Nonexempt FT
• Required Degree High school

Contact information

• Name Kelly Carr

Description

Who We Are

Tennessee Retina is the largest Ophthalmology practice in Middle Tennessee, offering rewarding careers across 10 locations. We are committed to providing the highest level of care to our patients in the most convenient and caring manner. Our physicians are leaders in the research and application of new retina, macula, and vitreous treatments.

We seek energetic and collaborative full-time and part-time Ophthalmic Assistants to join our team! The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing quality eye care and excellent patient service.

This exciting opportunity will work closely and be supported by a team of colleagues, strong leadership, and cutting-edge technology! A day in the life of a Tennessee Retina employee is filled with learning, growing, creating, hard work, and, most of all, fun!

Tennessee Retina offers a competitive salary based on diverse experiences and backgrounds.

Benefits Offered

• Sign On Bonus, Certification Incentive Bonus, and Length of Service Award Bonus Programs
• Continuing Education Program
• Transportation Reimbursement Program
• Employer-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness Coverage, Short-term, Long-Term Disability, & Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with Generous Employer Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Benefits
• Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation
• Employee Referral Award Bonus Program
• Succession, Growth, and Mentorship Opportunities
• Social Gathering and Team Opportunities
• Full new hire training program to fully support, train, and welcome new hires to the team

Responsibilities

• Performing patient workups, obtaining patient medical histories, and performing specialized diagnostic testing
• Assist physicians and have the ability to scribe
• Capture images for all physicians on the modalities OCT and FUNDUS.
• Travels to Satellite locations
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms
• Maintains a clean working environment, stocked rooms, equipment, and EOC guidelines
• General clinic support functions
• Must have the ability to perform well in a fast-paced, high-volume practice.
• Continuous learning to advance to assist physicians and ability to scribe
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position, and additional duties may be assigned

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• COA or higherispreferred
• 1-2 years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician
• Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms, and ocular medications
• Cooperates with supervisory staff, physicians, peers, external customers, and patients in a positive, energetic, and professional manner
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with patients, physicians, management, and employees
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel Outlook) along with the ability to learn and adapt quickly to new software.
• Proficient in understanding reading and interpreting all contents of the paper and electronic medical charts (ERM)
• Meticulous attention to detail isrequired.
• Demonstrates high-level critical thinking skills
• Ability to be proactive, take initiative, and perform well ina fast-paced high-volume practice.

Confidentiality

Maintains strict confidentiality regarding protected health information (PHI) and understands and adheres to TNR’s HIPAA privacy and security policies and procedures.

Typical Physical and Working Demands

Position requires consistent physical activity, including prolonged walking, sitting, bending, stooping, and stretching. Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination are essential for operating a keyboard, telephone, photocopier, and specialized optical equipment. Requires the ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull heavy items, including optical devices weighing 15 pounds or more. Must possess standard hearing and near/far vision (corrected to normal range) to accurately prepare paper and MDI chart notes, communicate with patients, and generate reports.